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With Nancy Birtwhistle, it IS easy being green. From the Great British Bake Off winner and Sunday Times bestselling author, Clean Magic is a complete guide with practical and down-to-earth advice on how to integrate Nancy’s tried and tested household tips into your daily life.From sorting stubborn stains to Basic Magic, Pure Magic Gel and big, themed clean-ups, Nancy helps you choose the right tools for the job to fix your problems with as little as a quick spray or a wipe.Essential for anyone looking to reduce the number of pollutant ingredients in their home without sacrificing cleanliness, budget or efficiency, Nancy’s 100 new tips and ideas make switching to greener choices not only easy, but feel-good, with the knowledge that you are making a difference for a happier planet.For a sparkling home that’s naturally fresh, look no further than Nancy’s Clean Magic.‘The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it. I can, in my little house, do something.’ Nancy x

Simple swaps and innovative ideas for cleaning and maintaining your home that won't cost the Earth – from tricky stains to descaling kettles. This beautifully illustrated black and white guide with 101 hints and sustainable, natural cleaning tips and hacks will help you take small steps that have a massive positive environmental impact.In Clean & Green, Great British Bake Off winner and Sunday Times bestselling author Nancy Birtwhistle shares the simple recipes and methods she has developed since making a conscious effort to live more sustainably, many of which are faster and easier than the go-to products and methods most of us use now.From everyday cleaning and laundry tips to zero-effort oven cleaner and guidance on removing tricky stains from clothing and furniture, these economical, practical methods are perfect for anyone looking to reduce their use of plastic and throwaway products.Nancy shares her tried-and-tested recipes for all-purpose cleaners, replacements for harmful chemicals that will keep both your home and the planet clean and green for future generations.'The book I’ve waited all my life for' – Kirstie Allsopp

‘Fills me with all the confidence I need' – Daisy Upton, The Five Minute Mum‘I’ll be a pro by the end of the year!’ – Sophie Liard, The Folding LadyGoing green in the garden has never been easier.Nancy Birtwhistle’s sustainable, eco-friendly expertise will help you make the most of your space and what it can grow. Whether you have a sprawling garden, a modest patch of grass or just a spare windowsill, The Green Gardening Handbook has over 100 tips that will help you embrace the joy of growing and eating from your own garden.This beautifully illustrated guide is packed with advice on everything from composting, clothing and basic equipment to seasonal recipes and guides to freezing, storing and preserving that will help you save money and reduce waste.From the former Great British Bake Off winner and Sunday Times bestselling author of Clean & Green and Green Living Made Easy, this practical book is for anyone, green-fingered or not, looking to discover the delights of growing and eating food they’ve grown themselves.‘Getting out in the garden helps us stay healthy – and it helps our planet too. Mother Nature wants you to succeed, plants actually want to grow – those seeds are there patiently ready and waiting. All we need to do is just have a go.’ – Nancy x

'Worth its weight in gold' – Gaby Roslin'Great for the pocket and the planet' – Daisy Upton, Five Minute MumSaving money doesn't have to cost the earth. How can you remove even the toughest stains?How can you make the best use of your microwave and keep meals healthy and tasty?How can you remove mould safely?Sunday Times bestselling author and Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle is here to answer all of these questions and more, featuring 101 budget-friendly and time-saving tips and tricks on how to run your home – all while protecting the environment.From the astonishing 12p laundry detergent to stain removal top tips and the wildly popular recipe Pure Magic, The Green Budget Guide includes all this and more inspired, sustainable and budget friendly hacks that have made Nancy Birtwhistle so loved by readers and with an ever-growing social media following.Born in post-war Hull in the 1950s, and formerly a single working mum to two kids, Nancy is no stranger to frugality. Here she shares her tips and tricks from a lifetime spent running a household efficiently by saving time and money, while keeping the environment and plight of our planet in mind.‘Previous generations were very good at being “budget-friendly” long before “eco-friendly” became an everyday word, so by combining the two we can begin to meet these difficult challenges and actually feel empowered, resilient and resourceful.' – Nancy

'Worth its weight in gold' – Gaby Roslin'Great for the pocket and the planet' – Daisy Upton, Five Minute MumSaving money doesn't have to cost the earth.How can you remove even the toughest stains?How can you make the best use of your microwave and keep meals healthy and tasty?How can you remove mould safely?Sunday Times bestselling author and Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle is here to answer all of these questions and more, featuring 101 budget-friendly and time-saving tips and tricks on how to run your home – all while protecting the environment.From the astonishing 12p laundry detergent to stain removal top tips and the wildly popular recipe Pure Magic, The Green Budget Guide includes all this and more inspired, sustainable and budget-friendly hacks that have made Nancy Birtwhistle so loved by readers and an ever-growing social media following.Born in post-war Hull in the 1950s, and formerly a single working mum to two kids, Nancy is no stranger to frugality. Here she shares her tips and tricks from a lifetime spent running a household efficiently by saving time and money, while keeping the environment and plight of our planet in mind.'Previous generations were very good at being “budget-friendly” long before “eco-friendly” became an everyday word, so by combining the two we can begin to meet these difficult challenges and actually feel empowered, resilient and resourceful.' – Nancy

The instant Sunday Times bestsellerWinner of The Great British Bake Off, Nancy Birtwhistle is loved for her no-nonsense guidance and down-to-earth approach on all things eco-friendly, encouraging us to make small, practical changes that work for us and help the planet.Nancy’s flexible recipes enable you to use what you have to hand and make the most of seasonal ingredients while learning how to cook in a more sustainable, efficient way. Batch-cooking the basics makes it easy to avoid ultra-processed foods and you’ll soon find that with all Nancy’s wisdom your home menu will be both delicious and nutritious.In Nancy's Green and Easy Kitchen you’ll discover:- Easy-to-make recipes- Batch cooking- Expert tips and tricks- Easy dietary switches- Great ideas for leftovers- Nancy's trademark bakesAnd, plenty of solutions for a greener way of life without breaking the bank.From stocks, soups and preserves, to the best use of leftovers and weekday family meals and celebration dinners – and a bit of everything in between – Nancy has you covered in the kitchen.'A new Nancy Birtwhistle book is cause for celebration' – Nigella Lawson

All the practical baking knowledge you need from Sunday Times bestselling author and Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle, with this reissued green edition of her first ever cookbook.Want to learn more about making different kinds of pastry? Or perhaps you’ve always wanted to try your hand at preserving food? Looking for some free-from options? Nancy has you covered.Whether you’re a star baker or rarely set foot in the kitchen, Sizzle & Drizzle is packed with over 100 delicious and easy recipes, from failsafe cakes and bakes to show-stopping desserts and more.With chapters for biscuits and scones, cakes, bread, pastry and puddings, plus a dedicated free-from section and recipes for jams, chutneys and marmalades, Sizzle and Drizzle is a must-have for bakers of any level.In true Nancy style, it is brimming with top tips for cooking, budget-friendly hacks and even includes QR codes linking to videos of her making the dishes.‘As well as a collection of my favourite recipes, I've included important hints and tips which make such a difference in the kitchen. These nuggets of knowledge gathered over the last half-century and before will ensure perfect results every time.’ – Nancy x

Simple swaps and innovative ideas for cleaning and maintaining your home that won't cost the Earth – from tricky stains to descaling kettles. This beautifully illustrated black and white guide with 101 hints and sustainable, natural cleaning tips and hacks will help you take small steps that have a massive positive environmental impact.In Clean & Green, Great British Bake Off winner and Sunday Times bestselling author Nancy Birtwhistle shares the simple recipes and methods she has developed since making a conscious effort to live more sustainably, many of which are faster and easier than the go-to products and methods most of us use now.From everyday cleaning and laundry tips to zero-effort oven cleaner and guidance on removing tricky stains from clothing and furniture, these economical, practical methods are perfect for anyone looking to reduce their use of plastic and throwaway products.Nancy shares her tried-and-tested recipes for all-purpose cleaners, replacements for harmful chemicals that will keep both your home and the planet clean and green for future generations.'The book I’ve waited all my life for' – Kirstie AllsoppThis paperback edition includes ten extra tips.

'The tips and tricks are just brilliant' – Jane Dunn, author of Jane's Patisserie101 eco-friendly home-hacks, tips and recipes from Sunday Times bestselling author and Great British Bake Off winner Nancy Birtwhistle.One change, any change, will make a difference to our precious planet.We all want to do our best for our homes and the planet, but it’s often hard to find the time and energy to think of alternatives. Nancy Birtwhistle makes it easy with 101 indispensable tips, ideas and recipes that will help you to live a more eco-friendly life without giving up on any home comforts.This practical book is the ultimate guide to reducing your environmental impact while saving you time and money. Inside are tips and home hacks on everything from eco cleaning, upcycling and making the most out of your weekly shop to small-space gardening and creative crafts, plus a selection of Nancy's delicious recipes.Learn how to:Craft a five-day menu plan and eliminate food wasteUpcycle leftover soap to craft beautiful fresh barsMake your own household cleaning solutionsDevelop your own herb gardenAnd much more!Clearly explained, accessible and beautifully illustrated with black and white line-drawings, Green Living Made Easy is the perfect guide for anyone looking to pursue a more sustainable lifestyle but unsure where to start.'Finally, an eco-friendly home guide that's relatable and we can all follow' – Sophie Liard, author of The Folding Lady